The Royal Hotel

I must admit, I am not a regular visitor to The Royal, mainly due to its location on the outskirts of Formby (see also: The Lighthouse) and my visits there have usually been whilst attempting the infamous Formby 14 (all the pubs in Formby in one day).
However whenever I do visit, I am always pleasantly surprised as the interior of the pub is bright and comfortable, including a bar that sits in the middle of the pub with access to both sides (perfect on those busy Saturday nights).
They have several plasma televisions scattered around the place, encouraging those wanting a quiet pint in front of the telly to pull up a seat and their prices are very reasonable, with some drinks deals representing ridiculously good value for money. They also regularly host entertainment, usually of a Saturday night, which proves very popular with local residents. One side of the pub also doubles up as a function room, which works very well for private parties and celebrations, providing privacy whilst still maintaining a party atmosphere.